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Victim identified as a 26 year old man in Mission homicide, arrests made

Darpan News Desk IHIT, 24 Aug, 2022 10:54 AM
  • Victim identified as a 26 year old man in Mission homicide, arrests made

On Monday, August 22nd,  at 3:36 p.m., Mission RCMP responded to a report of a man suffering from life threatening injuries resulting from a stabbing in the 7200 block of Park Street, Mission. The victim died as a result of his injuries.

Shortly after police received the call, Mission RCMP arrested a male in relation to the homicide. On Tuesday, August 23rd, two other men were arrested in relation to the homicide. At this time, no charges have been laid. A residence in Mission is currently being held, pending a search warrant.

The victim has been identified as 26 year-old David Leggat. According to IHIT, this appears to be an isolated incident. 

“We urge anyone who knew Mr. Leggat to speak with police,” says Sergeant Timothy Pierotti of IHIT in a statement. 

IHIT is asking that any witnesses or anyone with dash camera video who attended the area to come forward. 

 

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